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as in plaster
a medicated covering used to heal an injury nurses put a dressing over his cuts so they wouldn't get infected

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as in sauce
a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish tangy salad dressing that wasn't overloaded with corn syrup

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dressing

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present participle of dress
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Noun
Or use lentils in an entirely different pasta recipe altogether, like with bow tie noodles, roasted veggies, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette dressing. 9. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 11 Apr. 2025 What goes on in the clubhouse between players is considered sacrosanct beyond the 50 minutes in which the media is allowed inside the dressing area before each game. John Perrotto, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025 Change the dressing once a day, ideally after cleaning the area. Alisa Hrustic, SELF, 9 Apr. 2025 The acidity of the tomatoes helps cut through the richness of the dressing. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dressing
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Noun
  • The team of scientists spent two days at the O2 Ranch, creating a plaster jacket for the tusk to transfer safely to Sul Ross State University’s campus in nearby Alpine.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
  • While the original Shanghai plaster has been maintained on the exterior of the main structures, the new sections feature a perforated aluminum art façade, with panels that act as a skin for the building providing shade and cooling to the inner sections.
    Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Customers will be able to get the chicken nuggets a la carte or in a combo featuring regular Nacho Fries, nacho cheese sauce and a large fountain drink.
    Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
  • For Summertime Both sandwiches can be paired with two of the comedians’ sauces — Cedric’s Sweet Bussin Brown Sugar Sauce, a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and A deliciously sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and Anthony’s Spicy Chipotle Smoke Sauce, a hotter sauce that uses chipotle peppers.
    Emily Rella, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
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  • What To Consider One could argue that a lot of things have gotten out of hand these days, from wedding dress codes to decorating trends.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
  • Some did a combo, buying a cake but then decorating it.
    Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
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  • In addition to polishing, 6D force sensors are an essential part of humanoid robots, greatly enhancing their entire performance.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2025
  • From tackling the many facets of artificial intelligence to polishing communication skills, ongoing learning is an everyday initiative for today’s savviest tech leaders.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
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  • On the other hand, the growing demand for aid could strain already tight budgets, particularly for smaller colleges with limited endowments.
    Scott White, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • This regional variation may reflect broader population trends, including migration patterns and the growing appeal of colleges in lower-cost areas.
    Scott White, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Alley Cats Salon’s cheeky take on a classic French tip features meticulously painted lemon wedges adorning nail tips.
    Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Picture celestial motifs, cosmic auras in every shade of the universe, and space-y flora and fauna adorning posters, phone cases, water bottles, belt bags, and beyond.
    Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Navigating the post-holiday period requires a delicate balance of acknowledging the emotional challenges while simultaneously cultivating a positive, proactive mindset that transforms potential workplace anxiety into an opportunity for personal and professional growth.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • According to a confidential informant, Wedding and a partner were cultivating 8,000 marijuana plants in a warehouse on a property there owned by one of his friends.
    Jesse Hyde, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • This veil attaches to or over the shoulders of the dress, draping elegantly in the back.
    BestReviews, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Pleating, gathering, crinkling and draping not only gave the black material texture but also reflected the growth of her magical power.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 3 Mar. 2025

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“Dressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dressing. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.

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